Simulator Systems Assembly Technician

Bluedrop Training & Simulation; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluedrop Training & Simulation seeks an Assembly Technician to assemble simulators at the Integration Facility and on client sites, focusing on electrical, controls, IT and mechanical systems. The role includes field repairs, collaboration with engineering teams, and travel for installations.

Ideal candidates hold a degree or diploma in a relevant field and have hands-on experience with electrical/mechanical assembly, PLCs, and trouble‑shooting.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in a relevant field (CS/EE/Controls/Robotics/Electrical Eng. Tech).
• Experience with servo motors, cabinet troubleshooting, and machine programming.
• Hands-on experience assembling and troubleshooting electrical systems (IT, control cabinets, cabling, diagnostics).
• Hands-on experience assembling/troubleshooting mechanical systems.
• Well organized, deadline-driven and detail-oriented.
• Excellent writing and documentation skills.
• Clear and professional communication.
• Ability to follow safe work practices and quality procedures.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for installations.
• Ability to obtain Government of Canada security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret assembly and manufacturing drawings and documentation.
• Read and interpret electrical assembly drawings and documentation.
• Programming and setting up PLCs to meet the design intent (nice to have).
• Build control cabinets as designed.
• Inspect parts and sub-assemblies using checklists.
• Assemble simulators from sub-assemblies including structural, mechanical, IT equipment and cabling.
• Install cabling throughout a simulator (IT cables, signal cables, low power cables).
• Label parts, assemblies, cables and wire harnesses.
• Complete assembly checklists and reports.
• Document the assembly process with text and photographs.
• Perform PCAs (Physical Configuration Audits).
• Diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify root causes.
• Propose and implement resolution recommendations.
• Disassemble and pack simulators for shipment to client sites.
• Travel to client facilities for unpacking/re-assembly.
• Inventory and tool management procedures.
• Participate in R&D projects as assigned.
• Maintain clean work areas and enforce safety.

Skills

Servo motors

Cabinet troubleshooting

Machine programming

Electrical assembly

IT systems

Control cabinets

Cable repair

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical assembly

Detail oriented

Documentation

Clear communication

Safety awareness

Quality procedures

Travel

Problem solving

Security clearance

Education

University degree or equivalent in CS/EE/Controls/Robotics/Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

PLC programming

Oscilloscope

Job description

Bluedrop Training & Simulation seeks an Assembly Technician to assemble simulators at the Integration Facility and on client sites, focusing on electrical, controls, IT and mechanical systems. The role includes field repairs, collaboration with engineering teams, and travel for installations.

Ideal candidates hold a degree or diploma in a relevant field and have hands-on experience with electrical/mechanical assembly, PLCs, and trouble‑shooting.